Join a Purpose-Driven, Faith-Based Higher Education Community Christian Heritage College (CHC) is seeking an organised, proactive, and service‑minded Administration Officer (AO) to support our dynamic academic environment where lives are transformed through faith‑integrated education.
Since 1986, CHC has been a recognised provider in Australia’s higher education sector. We deliver accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs that combine academic excellence with a Christian worldview—preparing graduates to make meaningful contributions in their professions and communities.
About the Role:
The AO plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the college. Reporting to the Dean of the School of Education and Humanities and the Associate Head of School - Business, the AO supports staff, students, and external partners through high‑quality administrative systems, communication, and coordination.
This position would suit someone with a gift for Administration, who thrives in a collaborative, purpose‑driven environment and brings initiative, professionalism, and a heart for service.
Please review the full Position Description prior to applying
Key Responsibilities:
- Academic Administration -supporting staff and academic processes.
- Practicum Coordination - including communication with students and industry partners.
- Stakeholder Communication - across internal teams and external stakeholders
- Systems and Process Management - to maintain efficient administrative workflows.
- Document Preparation - including reports, correspondence, and presentations.
- Cross-department Liaison - to ensure timely information sharing and coordination.
- Event Support - as directed.
About You
Skills and Experience:
- Proven high level administrative experience (essential)
- Academic administration experience (advantageous)
- Strong organisation, initiative, and time management (essential)
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively (essential)
- Initiative-taking and resourceful, with the ability to anticipate needs.
- Commitment to equal opportunity and collaborating with diverse communities.
- Alignment with CHC Christian Ethos.
- Relevant post-secondary qualification (bachelor-level qualification highly regarded).
Personal Attributes:
- Active involvement in a local Christian church or faith community
- Demonstrates maturity of faith and Christian character.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Responsible, self-directed, and able to meet competing deadlines.
- Committed to CHC’s vision, values, and strategic direction.
Why join CHC?
- Be part of a supportive, faith-based academic community.
- Enjoy a collaborative and purpose-driven work environment.
- Access to a faith base employee assistance program (EAP)
- One free study unit per semester at CHC.
This is a full-time position. Remuneration is in accordance with the
Educational Services (Post-Secondary Education) Award (MA000075), rate dependent on the successful candidates' qualifications and experience.
As a Christian organisation, it is a genuine occupational requirement of this role that the successful applicant to be a practicing Christian who is actively involved in their local church community and able to support and uphold the Christian mission, values, and ethos of our organisation.
Apply Now!
Email your CV/Resume and cover letter to: recruitment@chc.edu.au
By providing a cover letter with your application you help to support a fair and thorough recruitment process. This helps us understand your motivation for applying, your alignment with our mission and values, and how your skills and experience match the key requirements of the role.
Applications Close: Monday 13 July 2026
*Please note that we would like to fill this role as soon as possible, so interviews will commence prior to application closing date for suitable candidates. |
